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MARQUETTE + YOU

At Marquette, you’ll learn to harness the awesome power of words and images.

And because you’ve chosen a Catholic, Jesuit university, you’ll also learn to

apply them responsibly and ethically — it’s communication for the greater good.

CREATE new paths for constructive dialogue.

EVOLVE ideas

into action.

ADVOCATE for the greater good. PROVIDE

a voice for the

voiceless.

BE THE DIFFERENCE.

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COMMUNICATION is far more than the

delivery of information.

It’s the ability to establish a meaningful

CONNECTION.

One that can INFORM, INFLUENCE

AND INSPIRE.

At Marquette, communication starts with connection. Where it leads is up to you.

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At Marquette, communication starts with connection. WHERE IT LEADS IS UP TO YOU.

FLEXIBILITY+ CHOICES

Communication is a rapidly expanding and constantly evolving field — and the careers within it are just as exciting and diverse. At Marquette’s J. William and Mary Diederich College of Communication, our goal is to help you discover your place and your passions. You’ll have the freedom to choose from a variety of majors and minors, the time to explore curriculum options and career tracks, and the opportunity to test-drive the latest technologies and techniques. We give you the flexibility to find your path — and the promising future that lies ahead.

MAJORSADVERTISING

COMMUNICATION STUDIES

CORPORATE COMMUNICATION

DIGITAL MEDIA

JOURNALISM

MEDIA STUDIES

PUBLIC RELATIONS

THEATRE ARTS

MINORS ADVERTISING

COMMUNICATION STUDIES

CORPORATE COMMUNICATION

DANCE

DIGITAL MEDIA

FAMILY STUDIES

FILM

FINE ARTS (Graphic Design or Studio Art)

MUSIC

PUBLIC RELATIONS

THEATRE ARTS

MINOR DEGREE. MAJOR ADVANTAGE. Because intellectual depth is always a good thing, communication students are required to add a minor (or a second major) from within our college or another Marquette program. Explore your interests, follow your passions, and count on your adviser and the associate dean to help design the ideal path.

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FIVE YEARSAt Marquette, you can accomplish more in less time, by earning both a bachelor’s and master’s degree

in just five years. Your track begins with any of our eight majors and

continues by taking nine to 12 hours of graduate-level courses your senior year, then completing the remaining master’s require-ments during your fifth and final year. Now that’s time well spent.

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Marquette is the only university in the country making sophisticated

virtual-set technology available to students

starting their freshman year.

EXPERTISE+CREATIVITY

From day one, you’ll engage with nationally recognized faculty whose knowledge and insights are matched only by their eagerness to help you discover your interests and talents. Immerse yourself in hands-on environments where you can apply your creativity and strategic thinking and build your portfolio. And as your skills grow, so do the opportunities — from managing our media outlets to collaborating with successful professionals in your field. At Marquette, the expertise and experiences are always ready, waiting and worthwhile.

LEARN TO LEAD WITH INTEGRITY™

LEADERSHAPE® brings together communication, engineering and business students on community projects requiring their collective talents and expertise. Students cooperate, collaborate and develop solutions, gaining valuable insights and leadership abilities along the way.

LEARN FROM THE PROS.Our Comm instructors aren’t just engaged and award-winning; many are also career professionals. They serve as adjunct faculty, guest speakers and mentors to enhance your classroom experience with valuable insights, anecdotes and connections. Around here, those who can — teach.

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COMMUNITY+OPPORTUNITY

Preparing for a career in communication means making the most of every opportunity — and at Marquette, you’ll find them everywhere. Just outside your lecture hall is downtown Milwaukee, a city brimming with prospects and possibilities. From engaging with professional mentors and exploring career paths to gaining valuable experience and making a positive difference in the community, incredible opportunities are waiting, literally at your doorstep. All you have to do is take the first step.

A CITY FULL OF POSSIBILITIES

Our location gives you access to internships with an impressive lineup of Fortune 500 companies, award-winning newspapers, major broadcast outlets and nonprofit groups.

MillerCoors, the Milwaukee Brewers, Harley-Davidson? Been there, interned that.

FISERV FORUMHome of the Milwaukee Bucks and our own Marquette Golden Eagles basketball, this 714,000- square-foot arena is the centerpiece of a world-class sports and entertainment district in the heart of downtown.

DOWNTOWN MILWAUKEE

Where you’ll find eclectic shops, unique

restaurants, fun diversions — and more

than a few career opportunities.

LAKE MICHIGAN

A great lakeshore on a Great Lake, home to parks,

beaches, boat tours, the Milwaukee Art Museum

and Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival.

HISTORIC THIRD WARD

Once the city’s warehouse district, now a happening hub of restaurants, spas,

theatres, galleries and an absolutely awesome

Public Market.

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INNOVATION+PASSION

The future of communication is intertwined with invention and rocketing forward at tremendous speed. It’s not enough to keep pace — you need the ability to ride this wave and harness its potential. We’ve made innovation an integral part of our curriculum, putting the latest tools and technology at your fingertips. Starting your first year, you’re invited to access them all, to experiment, explore and discover. By embracing these resources, you embrace the possibilities, creating communication that pioneers, resonates and influences.

BLACK BOX STUDIO

PRIVATE EDITING SUITES

HIGH-END WORK STATIONS FOR DESIGN, MOTION GRAPHICS AND 3-D MODELING

PROFESSIONAL CAMERAS, AUDIO AND LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FOR FIELD PRODUCTION

LEARN. EXPLORE. EXCEL.The WAKERLY MEDIA LAB is your space to discover, experiment, collaborate and create.

The Wakerly is a place where innovation and

creativity happen on a daily — and often

hourly — basis.

EMERGING TECHNOLOGY 3-D PRINTING

VIRTUAL REALITYDRONES

360-DEGREE VIDEO

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CONNECTION+PROFESSION

The ultimate purpose of your college education is achieving a fulfilling career after graduation. At Marquette, we constantly work toward that goal with you, offering connections in and out of the classroom that will help you achieve it. Pairing your skills with knowledge. Your passions with worthy projects. Your talents with advanced technology. Your professional interests with engaged alumni and exciting opportunities. If you’re ready to connect to your future, you’re ready for the College of Communication.

OUR ALUMNI MAKE THE BEST GUIDES.Our formal Mentor Program pairs students with Marquette alumni in the field — both locally and across the country. Gain insight into career choices, get tips on job searches, fine-tune your networking skills — and hit the ground running after graduation.

YOU ARE HERE. NOW, DISCOVER WHERE NETWORKING CAN TAKE YOU.Through the DIEDERICH EXPERIENCE, you can engage with alumni across the country who work in your specific area of interest. Build your network, discover opportunities, and get excellentinsight and advice that will get you wherever you want to go.

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WHERE OUR GRADS FIND A FUTURE.ADVERTISING:

Chicago White Sox Cramer-Krasselt Entertainment Tonight Facebook FCB Google Laughlin Constable Leo Burnett Microsoft Ogilvy & Mather Walt Disney World

COMMUNICATION STUDIES:

Accenture Johnson Controls MillerCoors Northwestern Mutual

Financial Network SBC Communications Schwarz Pharma

CORPORATE COMMUNICATION:

Adecco Bader Rutter Charleston Orwig Edelman Harley-Davidson Indiana Chamber of Commerce ING Kohl’s Northwestern Mutual OMD

DIGITAL MEDIA:

Cinespace Chicago Film StudiosCNN The Daily Show Dreamworks E! Entertainment Television ESPN Geiger Post Production NBCPlum MediaSaban

JOURNALISM:

The Baltimore Sun Esquire (New York) NPR San Diego Union Tribune The Seattle Times WABC-TV (New York) WISN-TV (Milwaukee)

MEDIA STUDIES:

Graduate School Law SchoolResearch Firms

PUBLIC RELATIONS:

Bader RutterBurson-Marsteller Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Cramer-KrasseltEdelmanGolin HarrisKohl’sLaughlin ConstableNorthwestern MutualOgilvy Public Relations Weber Shandwick

THEATRE ARTS:

20th Century FoxBroadwayCarnegie Mellon UniversityCleveland PlayhouseContemporary American Theatre FestivalDisney TelevisionDreamworksNYU Tisch School of the ArtsRoundabout TheatreThe Second CitySteppenwolfWarner Brothers TelevisionYale School of Drama

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EXPERIENCE+ ENTHUSIASM

Johnston Hall is one of the most historic buildings on campus, but inside it’s home to some of the country’s most cutting-edge technology— sophisticated enough to make any news organization envious. We’re preparing you to be an agile communicator in a technologically advanced world, so we’re putting you in that world right away. And by right away, we mean starting your freshman year.

THE MARQUETTE WIREOur student media organization is an integrated, modern newsroom that spans every medium, from a college-run newspaper, magazine, radio and TV station to a full range of digital services. As a student, you can host your own radio show, head up a TV production, or work as a newscaster or reporter. Or, use our resources to create something completely original. The only limit is your imagination. So really, no limits at all.

NERVE CENTERIt all starts here. The Marquette Wire newsroom is a 1,500-square-foot, high-energy hub of new technology and integrated content production that is fueled by student creativity and inquiry.

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MISSION CONTROLConnected to both Studio 7, our main broadcast studio, and Studio 6, our virtual studio, the audio and video TV control room is where you can call the shots on both live and recorded broadcasts.

SPEAK UPUp to 120 students volunteer as DJs on Marquette Radio, so get behind the controls or join on one of the many microphones. The spacious studio can accommodate live programs and podcasts.

REALLY VIRTUALMake your experience real in Studio 6, our virtual studio, complete with a robotic camera, high-capacity graphics generator, custom-made virtual sets and you — just about anywhere you can imagine yourself.

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MAJORS+MEANING

In any industry, culture or situation, communication is the most essential skill. Within your major, you’ll hone your skills and learn to navigate the field of communication in a complex, technological and multicultural world. You will become an ethical communicator, prepared to speak for those without a voice — with the vision and wisdom to know what to say.

Our curriculum features courses that examine ethics in all fields of communication.

ADVERTISINGAdvertising in the 21st century demands creative thinkers who are immersed in culture and willing to take risks to develop powerful brands that move seamlessly across multiple platforms. It is a process that requires a combination of art and science, psychology and analytics. Advertising majors learn the value of strategic thinking that leverages consumer insight, savvy media placement that requires deep data knowledge, and creative ideation that inspires fluent executions. Our students become culturally confident, capable of building great brands. Our graduates leave Marquette equipped with the skills and flexibility to thrive in the ever-changing world of advertising.

POSSIBLE CAREERS: Brand Planner Graphic Designer Media Strategist

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONThe organizations, businesses and government agencies that shape and drive today’s global markets play vital roles that depend on clear, effective, influential communication — precisely the skill set gained as a corporate communication major. You’ll learn to evaluate needs and develop appropriate strategies and tactics. Develop the skills to establish a distinct identity, culture and vision in an information-saturated world. And make yourself a voice for responsible corporate citizenship, building on our Jesuit tradition of social justice. As one of only a few universities offering this major, Marquette puts you on the leading edge.

POSSIBLE CAREERS:

Corporate Communication Manager Financial Communication and Investor Relations Corporate-Government Relations

PUBLIC RELATIONSHow well any organization thrives is driven by how well its mission and actions are understood — and how skillfully it navigates the challenges and opportunities of a 24/7 news cycle and evolving media environment. As a Marquette public relations major, you’ll develop the skills and competencies to chart your own path. Our students learn how to help organizations define and manage their public image and positively influence business practices, while applying integrated approaches using current technology. As a public relations practitioner, you can lead the way as you manage crises, solve social issues, and improve the quality of life within organizations and for society as a whole.

POSSIBLE CAREERS:

Community Relations Specialist Public Affairs Official Social Media Specialist

RIDE FOR THE ARTS, WORK FOR A CAUSE.As a student, you’ll get the chance to apply your skills to a variety of causes. Recently, public relations majors created comprehensive campaigns supporting Ride for the Arts, the United Performing Arts Fund’s keystone fundraising event. Relevant experience, working with a real client — and making a real difference.

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COMMUNICATION STUDIESEffective communication is the cornerstone of any human activity. It guides individual and group decisions and shapes futures — and as a Marquette communication studies major, you’ll gain the skills to harness this potential. In our program, you’ll examine the theories behind human interaction. Hone your ability to lead, organize, motivate and communicate. Learn to apply theories, concepts and skills related to human communication and develop competence in communication interactions. You’ll gain a diverse combination of knowledge and flexibility, enabling you to excel at any form of communication and apply it to a variety of opportunities, causes and career paths.

POSSIBLE CAREERS:

Counselor Fundraiser Training and Development Coordinator

JOURNALISMIn its best and purest form, journalism can have a dramatic, positive impact that continues to shape and influence an audience long after a story appears. At Marquette, journalism majors become socially responsible professionals who produce stories based upon reliable sources and data, write with passion and accuracy, and support the people’s right to know. You’ll develop strong writing, reporting and editing skills. Gather, synthesize and present information through a variety of techniques and platforms. And publish stories that illuminate issues, affect public opinion — and change lives for the better. At Marquette, you’ll learn how to practice Journalism That Matters.

POSSIBLE CAREERS:

Managing Editor Multimedia Journalist Reporter

PUTTING A PUBLIC SERVICE IDEA INTO ACTION.Every year, we host several professional journalists as part of the O’BRIEN FELLOWSHIP IN PUBLIC SERVICE JOURNALISM. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with the O’Brien Fellows as a research assistant or investigative reporter on stories with the potential to drive action and improve lives. You may even be invited back to their newsrooms for a summer internship. Past internships have included positions at The Seattle Times, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

MEDIA STUDIESThe rapid expansion and evolution of modern media presents both a challenge and a question: Is it a force for positive change, or a threat to accuracy and trust? The ability to monitor and examine the role of media in our society is the focus of Marquette’s media studies major. You’ll gain the theoretical and methodological background to excel as a media scholar and critic, engage in analysis to assess media practices and messages, study media’s impact on perceptions, social justice issues and public policy, and serve as a guiding force for responsible communication practices in a variety of organizations and industries.

POSSIBLE CAREERS:

Attorney Researcher University Professor

GET EXPERIENCE WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE.The campus-based MILWAUKEE NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS SERVICE (NNS) gives you the opportunity to report on issues that matter to the central city. Local, regional and national media outlets frequently pick up these stories, audio and photography.

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DIGITAL MEDIAWhatever the medium, professionals in the field of digital media play major roles in shaping the way we view the world. As a digital media major, you’ll be prepared to excel as an ethical, innovative media producer and creative professional. Opportunities exist in commercial radio and television, documentary and narrative filmmaking, public broadcasting, corporate media and associated emergent technology industries. Courses emphasize the hands-on use of equipment, and students have access to recently renovated studios, video editing suites, industry-standard creative software and professional production equipment. Students will acquire a broad understanding of media history, theory and practice as they critically examine the role of digital media in a global world.

POSSIBLE CAREERS:

Production Coordinator Screenwriter Videographer

THEATRE ARTSWith its endless variety of genres and formats, theatre is one of the most versatile forms of artistic expression — and at Marquette, we have a major to match. In our NAST-accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre) program, students choose from a diverse selection of courses, create costumes and characters, design and build stage sets, collaborate with guest actors, directors and designers, and engage in film and stage productions, starting their very first year. Whether your future role is in front of the audience or behind the scenes, you will be ready to entertain, manage, educate and embark on a meaningful career.

POSSIBLE CAREERS:

Actor Costume Designer Scenic Designer Production Manager

PERFORMING ON STAGE FOR POWERFUL CHANGE.

Our Theatre Arts program features performances that range from classics to contemporary pieces, including musicals, comedies, children’s theatre, dramas and experimental theatre. But one vital aspect never changes: Every season, one featured show always highlights the theme of social justice.

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CONTACT+ANSWERS

Questions, comments, want to discover more? Connect with us.

LAURA SCHRAM Student Success and Recruitment Coordinator

Johnston Hall, 118 414.288.3498

laura.schram@marquette.edu

DIEDERICH COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION Johnston Hall

1131 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233

414.288.7133

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The University’s policy as well as federal and state laws and regulations prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.

If you feel that you have been subjected to sexual harassment, discrimination or sexual misconduct, please contact Kristen Kreple, Title IX Coordinator: Alumni Memorial Union, Room 437, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881, (414) 288-3151, kristen.kreple@marquette.edu, or Office for Civil Rights: 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661-4544, (312) 730-1560. To read the entire Marquette University Non-discrimination Statement, visit marquette.edu/nondiscrimination.

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Johnston Hall 1131 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233 414.288.7133